2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
